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What happens to an atom that has a positive charge?

  • A. Gained an electron.
  • B. Lost an electron.
  • C. Gained a proton.
  • D. Lost a proton.
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: When an atom has a positive charge, it means it has lost one or more electrons. Electrons carry a negative charge, so the loss of an electron results in the atom becoming positively charged. Therefore, the correct answer is B: Lost an electron.